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AR (Silver) | Drachm | AD 10–38
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Parthian Empire Artabanos IV Silver Drachm (AD 10 to 38), Mithradatkart
An authentic silver drachm of the Parthian Empire, struck under Artabanos IV between AD 10 and 38. Minted at Mithradatkart, this coin combines a detailed royal portrait with the enduring Arsacid archer reverse.
Obverse and Reverse
- Obverse: Diademed bust of Artabanos IV left, star-in-crescent before bust.
- Reverse: Archer (Arsakes I) seated right on throne, holding bow; monogram below; Greek legend around.
Quick Facts
- Mint: Mithradatkart
- Date: AD 10 to 38
- Material: AR (Silver)
- Denomination: Drachm
- Weight: 3.81 g
- Diameter: 17.40 mm
- Die Axis: 12h
- Condition: Fine, with natural toning
- References: Sellwood 63.12; Shore 347
Historical Significance
Artabanos IV’s reign was marked by conflicts with Rome over Armenia and challenges from rival claimants within the Arsacid dynasty. His coinage reflects both the turbulence of his rule and the continuity of Parthian imagery, with the star-in-crescent symbol on the obverse and the seated archer motif on the reverse.
Collectibility
This drachm, graded Fine with natural toning, remains an important piece for collectors of early 1st-century Parthian silver. The star-in-crescent motif makes this issue particularly distinctive within the broader Arsacid series.
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Inventory# PAR-ARTA4-AR-DR-001
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